Jafar Panahi - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 11, 1960 |
|---|---|
| Age | 65 |
| Birthplace | Mianeh, Iran |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Jafar Panahi's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Award-winning Iranian film director, celebrated for films like 'The White Balloon,' 'The Circle,' and 'Taxi,' and for his courageous stance against censorship in Iran. |
Intro
Jafar Panahi is a prominent Iranian film director, screenwriter, and film editor known for his impactful and critically acclaimed works in the Iranian New Wave cinema movement. His films often explore social issues and have garnered international recognition, despite facing restrictions and censorship in his home country.
Early Life & Background
Jafar Panahi was born on July 11, 1960, in Mianeh, Iran. He grew up in a working-class family and developed an interest in filmmaking at an early age. After serving in the military during the Iran-Iraq war, he studied film and television in Tehran, which laid the groundwork for his future career in cinema.
Career Highlights
- Won the Caméra d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for 'The White Balloon' (1995)
- Received the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival for 'The Circle' (2000)
- Awarded the Silver Bear for Best Director at the Berlin International Film Festival for 'Taxi' (2015)
- Recognized for his defiance against government censorship, including house arrest and a filmmaking ban in Iran
Trivia
- Despite being officially banned from making films in Iran since 2010, Panahi has continued to create and release influential works.
- He is often cited as one of the leading figures of the Iranian New Wave, influencing a generation of filmmakers.
FAQs
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Mianeh, Iran.
On His Birth-Day
About July 11th, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 11, 1960, several French colonies in Africa gained independence, marking a significant shift in colonial power dynamics. This wave of independence movements was part of a broader decolonization trend across the continent.
- Day of the week: July 11th, 1960 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Alley-Oop by Hollywood Argyles
- #1 UK song: Good Timin' by Jimmy Jones
- Popular movie: Psycho directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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